His single "Here in My Heart" was number one in the first UK Singles Chart, published by the New Musical Express in 1952, putting him into the Guinness Book of World Records. The song stayed there for nine weeks. Al Martino has stated that Mario Lanza dropped his plans to record this song after he called Lanza in Los Angeles and explained that his own recording would be neglected if he did so.
One of the most successful Martino hits was "Spanish Eyes", achieving several gold and platinum discs for sales. Recorded in 1965, the song reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart when re-issued in 1973. Even today, this classic by composer Bert Kaempfert (his original title for the song was "Moon Over Naples") is among the 50 most-played songs worldwide. Another hit was "Volare", (also known as "Nel blu, Dipinto di Blu"). In 1976, it reached number one on the Italian and Flemish charts, and was in the Top Ten in Spain, The Netherlands and France, as well as in many other European countries.
In the U.S., Martino had eleven top 40 hits in the Billboard pop singles chart in the 1960s and 1970s, with 1963's "I Love You Because" (#3) and 1964's "I Love You More and More Every Day" (#9) both reaching the Top Ten. He also sang the title song for the film, "Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte" (1964), and is credited in the end titles of the film.
Apart from singing, Martino played the role of Johnny Fontane in the 1972 film The Godfather, as well as singing the film's theme, "Speak Softly Love". He played the same role in The Godfather Part III and The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980. He recently returned to acting, playing aging crooner Sal Stevens in the short film "Cutout", appearing in film festivals around the world in 2006.
When an artist is able to combine several important elements -- numerous international hit records, personal charisma, and a unique vocal style -- it inevitably leads to success. Known for such hits as "Spanish Eyes" and "Can't Help Falling in Love" in the 60's, Al Martino was in the midst of beginning his second career, which had already taken off with great momentum in the European market. Since the fall of 1993, Al Martino's songs had flooded the radio and television airwaves in Germany, and he consistently had sold-out concerts throughout the continent.
He continued to play to audiences in his later years around venues in the USA. Sadly he died on the 14th October 2009.
Before
Al Martino Lyrics
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It's from an old familiar score
I know it well, that melody
It's funny how a theme recalls a favorite dream
A dream that brought you so close to me
I know each word because I've heard that song before
The lyrics said ""Forever more""
Please have them play it again
And I'll remember just when
I heard that lovely song before
I know each word because I've heard that song before
The lyrics said ""Forever more""
Forever more's a memory
Please have them play it again
And I'll remember when
I heard that lovely song before
Please have them play it again
And I'll remember when
I heard that lovely song before
The lyrics to Al Martino's song "Before" speak of a familiar feeling and connection that comes from hearing a particular song. The singer mentions that they have heard this song before. It's not just the melody that feels familiar, but also the lyrics that speak of a forever-lasting memory. The song brings back fond memories of a favorite dream, one that brought the singer and someone they hold dear close together.
The repetition of the phrase "I know each word because I've heard that song before" emphasizes the deep familiarity with the song and the emotions it evokes. The lyrics expressing "forever more" as a memory suggest that the song holds a special place in the singer's heart, and it brings back cherished moments. The request to "please have them play it again" indicates a desire to relive those precious memories once more.
Overall, this song captures the power of music to transport us back to significant moments and relationships in our lives. It shows how a simple melody and lyrics can evoke strong emotions and trigger vivid memories and nostalgia.
Line by Line Meaning
It seems to me I've heard that song before
I have a strong feeling of familiarity with this song
It's from an old familiar score
It belongs to a well-known collection of songs
I know it well, that melody
I am very familiar with the tune
It's funny how a theme recalls a favorite dream
It's interesting how a musical motif can bring back a cherished memory
A dream that brought you so close to me
A dream that made us feel intimately connected
I know each word because I've heard that song before
I am able to recall all the lyrics because I have listened to this song in the past
The lyrics said "Forever more"
The words of the song emphasized an eternal bond
Forever more's a memory
The notion of forever is now a recollection
Please have them play it again
Kindly request to hear the song once more
And I'll remember just when
And I will recollect precisely when it was
I heard that lovely song before
I experienced the beauty of this song in the past
Please have them play it again
Kindly request to hear the song once more
And I'll remember when
And I will recollect when it was
I heard that lovely song before
I experienced the beauty of this song in the past
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jule Styne, Sammy Cahn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@miltonmoore5294
@@wheelinthesky300
I would not place Martino anywhere but AHEAD of the
Italian heritage vocalists you mentioned, especially Sinatra, who was a much better actor than singer. You left out his greatest rivals, Jerry Vale and
Vic Damone! I rank them as equals. And last but not least, Mario Lanza!...who was actually an opera
singer who also sang
pop songs. He wasn't
a crooner like the others, but his powerful tenor voice was second to none.
He had no greater rival than Franco Bonisolli. Google his aria from Rigoletto by
Giuseppe Verdi on the you tube.
Peace to an obvious
fellow connoisseur of
great music.
@jackiegeritz5345
Blue Spanish eyes
Teardrops are falling from your Spanish eyes
Please, please don't cry
This is just adios and not goodbye
Soon I'll return
Bringing you all the love your heart can hold
Please say, "Sí, sí"
Say you and your Spanish eyes will wait for me
Blue Spanish eyes
Prettiest eyes in all of Mexico
True Spanish eyes
Please smile for me once more before I go
Soon I will return
Bringing you all the love your heart can hold
Please say, "Sí, sí"
Say you and your Spanish eyes will wait for me
Say you and your Spanish eyes will wait for me
Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Charles Singleton / Bert Kaempfert / Eddie Snyder
@josephmurano112
I am 93 my wife 91 some years ago we were traveling with friends. We stopped at a diner and one friend put Spanish eyes on the. Jukebox. Though we had never heard of Al Martino or Spanish. Eyes it soon became out favorite tune to dance to. Some time after the man who wrote this song Eddie Snyder moved into the house next to us. For 12 years both Eddie and Spanish Eyes were our favorites. Dancing now is a little harder now but when we hear it played we try to dance again. One of the most beautiful songs ever written . Thank you Eddie!
@alistairshaw5769
I adore the images this great recording conjures up in the mind. She must have been truly gorgeous.......
@peterfischer5459
What an amazing history. Holy smokes. Congratulations to both of you, all of you!
@user-ej3zv6ec8x
Most beautiful song ever
@nereidas68
Hermosa canción! 🥰💖🎶🎵
@RolandMai-zb6xo
@@peterfischer5459qq
@lindacastagna2456
This is real music. I feel sorry for those that don’t appreciate great music. You’ll never see this again
@deanschneck723
Linda -- My thoughts exactly.
@tomtonge4237
we all feel sorry for you baby
@poppaleggansquat3640
@@tomtonge4237 but you're here listening and commenting which makes you pretty sad, at least own your tastes in music instead of making shitty comments to try to make yourself sound more with it, more like the younger generation which you clearly aren't a part of or you'd realise nobody cares what you like or dislike because it's more important to be yourself. Enjoy or more likely go find some other golden oldie to listen to and comment negatively to prop up your own ego.